Ontario Wilderness Leadership Symposium 2020 - REGISTER NOW!

The Ontario Wilderness Leadership Symposium (aka OWLS) is an annual event organized to support the development of emerging wilderness trip leaders in Ontario. This low-cost, three-day professional development symposium will offer attendees opportunities for relevant leadership and skills-based training, a chance to network with others employed in this unique field, and explore a variety of potential avenues for future career development.

Young adults, with experience leading wilderness trips and residing in Ontario, are encouraged to register to participate in this event. Specifically, we are looking for recent University or College graduates or students nearing completion and/or individuals who already have some professional experience leading wilderness trips for a summer camp, school or leadership program, commercial outfitter or other organization. Those interested are encouraged to register quickly, as OWLS has limited enrollment!

Please spread the word about this event to others you think would benefit from attending. In late April, we will be selecting 40 participants who are eager to learn, develop their wilderness leadership skills, network with experienced professionals working in this field, meet peers from different organizations, and participate in all aspects of the event. Information about OWLS has now been posted on the COEO website, including registration details.

We look forward to receiving registrations and hope that many will be able to join us at the Norval Outdoor School near Georgetown, Ontario in early May!

Sincerely,

OWLS ‘20 Organizing Committee

*Please note that bursaries are available. Although the main objective of this event is to offer a significant learning and networking experience at a highly reduced cost, the OWLS Organizing Committee realizes that even the $75 registration fee may be out of reach for some folks, and so the COEO Board of Directors has set aside funds for five individuals who require financial assistance in order to attend OWLS '20. Bursary details can also be found on the OWLS webpage.

Experiential Learning Opportunity in Peru

Interested in an exciting opportunity to get involved with MEDLIFE, and the Service Learning Trip that is running in May to Cusco, Peru? We currently have a Chapter at Lakehead University‎, and we are looking for passionate students who can join our organization for a week to experience an invaluable learning opportunity.

Through Service Learning Trips, Chapter leadership positions, and employment opportunities, MEDLIFE provides leadership roles, professional development, and global field experience. 

Please do not hesitate to get back to me if you have any questions,

Kind regards, 

QUINN SCARLETT

MED International Associate

1-844-MEDLIFE  • Direct Number: 1-705-243-2571

WhatsApp (+1) 705-706-5514

iMessage: quinnscarlett1@icloud.com

qscarlett@medlifemovement.org

www.medlifemovement.org

Grad Photos 2020

GO Conference 2020 Cancelled

Please be informed that we have just confirmed that the SCDSB's Gifted Conference has been cancelled for this year. 

We greatly appreciate your interest and hope you will consider this adventure in 2021.

In the meantime, best wishes as you complete Semester 2 and enter your placement.

Sincerely,

GO Conference Team

Grad Fair at Heritage Place - Thursday, March 5, 2020

Availability of Math Brush Up Sessions - Before March 2020 Sitting of Math Exam

The Faculty of Education has scheduled "Brush Up" Math Sessions for any interested students, that will take place before the compulsory Math Competency Exam is set to occur. The brush-up sessions are scheduled on 2 dates in early March 2020 at Heritage Place. The Math Competency Exam takes place on Thursday March 19, 2020. More details regarding the exam will follow in the next couple of weeks.

PLEASE CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU SIGN UP FOR THE BRUSH-UP SESSIONS:

• These sessions are ONLY for students who have been working on their math content knowledge. These sessions are designed to give those students who have been working on their math knowledge a chance to practice problem-solving prior to the exam.
• These are not workshops designed to TEACH you math.
• It is not possible for us to teach all the relevant math you will need for the exam in one or two sessions (and you will find these sessions more confusing than helpful).
• However, if you have been working on your math, or feel confident about your math understanding, these sessions will provide you with an opportunity for some extra practice.

WHEN ARE THE "BRUSH UP" SESSIONS TAKING PLACE?

• Tues March 3rd, 2020 - 5-7pm ( three rooms OH007, OH008 and OH010)
• Tues March 10th, 2020 - 5-7pm (just two rooms OH008 and OH010)

NOTE: Choose a session that does not conflict with any of your required courses as a part of your class schedule

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

We would ask that any B.Ed student wishing to attend either session, please plan to visit the Education Administration Office in Heritage Place to sign up.

Student Appreciation Day Survey

Want a chance to win a $50 Wal-Mart gift card?

Fill out this Student Appreciation Day survey for your chance to win - Survey Link

Orillia Museum of Art and History - Volunteers Needed During March Break

Orillia Museum of Art and History is looking for volunteers on any day during March Break, Monday-Friday, March 16th-20th. Students can sign up for a single day or commit to the entire week. Shifts are available for the mornings, from 9am-12pm or the afternoons, from 12pm-4pm.

If interested, and you do not have any make-up classes or writing the March sitting of the Math Competency Exam that week, please email Olivia Rozema, the Community Engagement Coordinator, at programs@orilliamuseum.org to sign up.

Lakehead International is Hosting a Paint Night!!

Please register here to attend this exciting event! - https://mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca/orevents.htm?eventId=3503

Upcoming SafeTALK Course

LivingWorks safeTALK is a four-hour face-to-face workshop featuring powerful presentations, audiovisuals, and skills practice. At a LivingWorks safeTALK workshop, you'll learn how to prevent suicide by recognizing signs, engaging someone, and connecting them to an intervention resource for further support. A skilled, supportive trainer will guide you through the course, and a community resource will be on hand to support your safety and comfort. 

Name: SafeTALK

Instructor: Holly MacLeod
Date: Monday, March 2, 2020
Time: 6-9 PM
Cost: FREE
Attendees: Students, Faculty & Staff
Location: OA 2017

Interested students can register here: https://mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca/events.htm?eventId=3502

 

Student Appreciation Day - Tuesday, February 11, 2020

OCT Scholarships Available

The College is pleased to inform you that three scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded in 2020. Teacher candidates in an Ontario consecutive or concurrent teacher education program who will graduate in 2021 are eligible to apply for the 2020-2021 scholarships. Since 2003, the Ontario College of Teachers has been awarding scholarships that provide financial support to teacher candidates. The Ontario College of Teachers Scholarship Program supports and sustains excellence in the teaching profession by reinforcing high standards and professional competence. It does so by rewarding the achievements and characteristics of individuals who model the values of teaching as a respected, time-honoured and forward-looking profession.We will be sending hard copies of our scholarship brochure to your faculty’s Dean and student aid office to share with students who may be interested in applying. If there is another office or individual at your faculty that should also receive brochures, please let us know.More information about our program and how to apply can be found on the OCT  website. The deadline for applying is Friday, June 26, 2020 at 5 p.m.